After moving to the United States in 2019, Dr. VanOtteren obtained her diploma equivalency through the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates® (ECFVG®) from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Her professional interests include soft tissue surgery and small animal reproduction. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, playing pickleball, volunteering, and spending time with her husband, cats Josie and Gato, and dogs Betina and Bouton.
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Dr. Lili VanOtteren
Veterinarian
Dr. Lili VanOtteren is originally from Brazil, where she earned her veterinary degree at Sao Paulo State University, along with her residency, master’s degree, and Ph.D. She worked as a small-animal general veterinarian for eight years before spending ten years as a professor and later returning to clinical practice.
Other Team Members:
Dr. Zahra Branch
Veterinarian
Dr. Branch graduated from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2024 and began her career as a general practitioner, gaining experience in both urgent care and emergency cases. She enjoys fast-paced environments while focusing on high-quality medicine, with special interests in behavior and anesthesia. She lives in Lansing with her husband.
Dr. Michelle Rutledge
Veterinarian
Dr. Rutledge graduated from Michigan State University with her degree in veterinary medicine in 2001.
Dr. Katie Marsh
Veterinarian
Dr. Katie Marsh grew up near the practice, in Dexter, Michigan.